Kracko

Ruffian of the Sky

A boss character in the form of a spiky thundercloud, featuring a single eye and wielding lightning and beam attacks in battle. Appears in nearly every game, reigning as a formidable mid-game enemy.

Quotes

  • As long as there is sky and clouds in this world, it will never perish.

Trivia

  • Kracko is a mid-tier boss character that appears in nearly every game.
  • Often a form that evolves from Kracko Jr.
  • In the anime version, it appeared as the strongest magical beast (Dark Cloud Beast).
  • Various derivative forms exist, such as Kracko DX and Another Kracko.
  • Attack patterns vary by game, but lightning attacks are consistent.

Alternate names

Kracko Kracko Jr. Mecha Kracko Space Kracko

Tags

Thundercloud Boss Character Kirby Cloud Monster Cyclops Monster Ruffian of the Sky Kracko Jr. Electric Attacks Waddle Doo Aggressive

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Profile

Species
Thundercloud-type Monster

Appearance

Overall appearance
A cloud-like body with yellow spikes and a single eye resembling Waddle Doo. Manipulates lightning, unleashing lightning strikes or full-screen beams during attacks.
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Yellow
Distinguishing features
  • Single Eye
  • Spiky Cloud-shaped Body
  • Lightning Summoning Ability
Iconic items
  • Lightning
  • Thunderbolt
  • Beam
  • Waddle Doo Summon
  • Bombs

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Aggressive
Detailed personality
Strong territorial instincts and an extremely aggressive personality, referred to as the 'Ruffian of the Sky.' Ruthlessly attacks enemies without mercy.
Keywords
  • Aggressive
  • Territorial
  • Rough
  • Immortal
  • Formidable Enemy
Talents
  • Lightning Strike
  • Cloud Manipulation
  • Beam Attack
  • Enemy Summoning
  • High-Speed Movement
Skills
  • Varied Attack Patterns
  • Area Attacks
  • Durability
  • Transformation Ability
Motivation
To protect its territory in the sky and repel intruders.
Favorite places
Sky, Thunderclouds, In the Storm

History

Backstory
Kracko is the thundercloud boss that dominates the skies of the Kirby world. It is the grown or transformed form of Kracko Jr., appearing as Kirby's mid-game boss in many titles. With a long history, it confronts players with its aggressive personality and powerful lightning attacks.
Debut date
April 27, 1992
Work title
Kirby's Dream Land
Media type
Game
Episode or chapter
STAGE 4 'Bubbly Clouds'

First Appearance

Significant event
First Appearance
Description
Appeared as the STAGE 4 boss in the first Kirby's Dream Land. Lightning strikes not yet implemented, but uses beams and minion summons.

Lightning Attack Debut in Dream Land

Significant event
Lightning Attack Debut in Dream Land
Description
First showcased lightning strike attacks in Kirby's Dream Land, becoming a familiar technique in later series.

Enhanced Forms in Ultra Super Deluxe

Significant event
Enhanced Forms in Ultra Super Deluxe
Description
Enhanced versions appeared as Kracko Revenge and Kracko Jr. Revenge, with increased difficulty and attack moves.

Anime Appearance

Significant event
Anime Appearance
Description
Appeared in episode 4 of the Kirby anime as the strongest magical beast (Dark Cloud Beast). Defeated by Sword Kirby after an aerial battle.

Relationships

Kracko Jr.

Kracko's juvenile form, serving as a mid-boss that transforms into Kracko in many games.

Mecha Kracko

A Kracko-type mech controlled by Doc of the Drocchi Squad. A derivative species of Kracko.

Waddle Doo

Minion

Minion character summoned by Kracko during beam attacks

Kracko Family

Kracko Family: leader

Drocchi Squad

Drocchi Squad: unknown

Media appearances

Kirby's Dream Land

Game / Protagonist

1992

Kirby's Adventure

Game / Protagonist

1993

Kirby Super Star

Game / Protagonist

1996

Kirby's Dream Land 3

Game / Protagonist

1997

Kirby Super Star Ultra

Game / Protagonist

2008

Kirby: Triple Deluxe

Game / Protagonist

2014

Kirby: Right Back at Ya!

Anime / Protagonist

2001

Kirby Star Allies

Game / Protagonist

2018

Kirby Fighters 2

Game / Protagonist

2022

Voice cast and creators

HAL Laboratory

Creator name
HAL Laboratory
Role
Original author

OLM, Inc.

Creator name
OLM, Inc.
Role
Animation studio

Nintendo

Creator name
Nintendo
Role
Publisher

Related goods

Kracko Figure

Item name
Kracko Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Kracko Plush

Item name
Kracko Plush
Category
Plush or doll
Availability
Regular

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